Description

5-Bromo-2-Methyl-4-Pyrimidinecarboxylic Acid is a high-purity pyrimidine derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for creating novel compounds with targeted biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and production of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral agent development.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the pyrimidine core contributes to biological efficacy.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various industrial applications.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or catalytic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2-Methyl-4-Pyrimidinecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	100707-39-9
Molecular Formula	C7H5BrN2O2
Molecular Weight	229.03 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Pyrimidinecarboxylic acid, 5-bromo-2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-5-bromopyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid; 5-Bromo-2-methylpyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid; 5-Bromo-2-methyl-4-carboxypyrimidine; 100707-39-9; 5-Br-2-Me-Pyrimidine-4-COOH
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Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-Methyl-4-Pyrimidinecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.